Motion Control Linkage

[wsgreene1 0]

Need some help please. My C-161 automatic will not go in either direction.I saw other forum topics but nothing is quite what I need. 1) Does the pully tensioner rod that is controlled from the seat have an open side like a "C". If not mine is broken and where can I get one? 2) My motion control linkage has a plastic piece that slides up and down and i assume transferres the command from the lever to the actual transmission. (( I am a huge novice but I will try anything )). I called my local Tractor repair place and they weren't verry helpful. They just wanted to bring it to the shop and check it out for themselves for $200 minimun. Attaching a cobbled together picture that I hope will be helpful.

[wsgreene1 0]

I'll mention the specifics because i don't know what will be helpful...... model # K341AS, Spec# 71246a, Serial # 9290812

[Rollerman 290]

Wow, never seen tensioner that badly worn.

Sloppy belts & or a worn idler pulley & they will get to chattering & elongate the hole.

Call your Toro/WheelHorse dealer back up & let them know you need some parts & have the part numbers.

When your more informed about your tractor they are normally more willing to help out.

The numbers you posted are for the engine, there will be a seperate ID tag for the tractor itself useually off to the side of the dash.

The cam plate thats broken in half in your pic is a part# 5996

The tensioner lever is part# 106360

You might look up "Kelly" here...he's a member/vendor with a boneyard & might have the parts you need.

Take a look at the cam follower pin....the part that rides in the groove on your cam plate.

Also your idler pulley is more than likely no good....if the tractor runs good though these parts are a minor investment compared to buying another one.

Parts breakdown for a C160 Auto.

https://lookup3.toro...es&xCaller=Toro

[wsgreene1 0]

That worked great. They were very helpful this time. ordered the parts plus another one for less than $40. you just saved my bacon.

Thank you for your help.

[Rollerman 290]

No problem, glad I could help.

Double check your drive belt & really take a look at the cam follower...if it's worn flat on two sides it will need replaced or you will have to hunt for neutral.